Fillers – Other Tricks to Avoiding Problems
Other tricks to avoiding filler problems? 1. Always pick a good doctor. This seems obvious but many people don’t. See my directory of good cosmetic dermatologists, and ask your friends...
What is the best treatment for vertical lines over the lips?
I wish there was one “slam/dunk” treatment for vertical upper lip lines. They can be 80-90% corrected but it takes a little time, money and patience. There really is no...
Is there a non-surgical way to shorten the distance between nose and mouth?
The answer to this is yes ……..but depending on the exact anatomy. You didn’t tell me how old you are. If you’re 80, it will be much harder than if...
Would a laser help with scars on the lip?
Hmmmm. I’d really like you to get an opinion from a dermtologist too. Do you have a good one in your area? Ideally, one who does the full range of medical,...
I have had bad experiences with several fillers. What can I use around my mouth?
I wish I could say your situation is unusual but I’ve heard many similar stories! Let’s start at the beginning and think through this. I want you to go back...
Summer Lips
Summer vacations remind me how vulnerable our lips are to sun and wind. Lips have even less natural protection from the sun than the rest of our skin. That’s one reason...
What makes those lipstick ruining upper lip lines better?
There are 5 issues to think about for this area. But first, what causes these is the constant movement of the lips (so exercises don’t work), sun damage and loss...
Fixing a frowning mouth!
Botox should never be used in the lower face except by an expert injector because it can cause facial drooping (like a stroke only temporary) or problems with chewing and drooling. I...
Juvederm Gone Wrong!
It helps me to know your age and how deep the lines are. In general, I don’t like Juvederm for upper lip lines, unless they are quite deep for these...
